Temporary and Emergency Shelter

Emergency Shelter

816 North Street
Lafayette, IN 47904

The shelter opens in the fall and closes in the spring. It is an overnight shelter only and there is no provision for daytime shelter or the storage of belongings on a day to day basis. The sleeping capacity is 27. Men and women are separated. Dinner and breakfast are served. After 10:00 p.m. those needing to use the shelter can go to the Lafayette Police Department. The Lafayette Police Dept. will call the shelter to see if there is room available. Further inquiries can be directed to the Lafayette Urban Ministry (423-2691) 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.